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How do you find a neurologist who specializes in amyloidosis and understands potential connections between wtATTR-CM and neurological symptoms?

Yes, neurologists can be part of your amyloidosis care team, especially when the condition affects the nervous system. Some forms of amyloidosis do affect the nerves and can cause Show Full Answer

How do you find a neurologist who specializes in amyloidosis and understands potential connections between wtATTR-CM and neurological symptoms?

Yes, neurologists can be part of your amyloidosis care team, especially when the condition affects the nervous system. Some forms of amyloidosis do affect the nerves and can cause various neurological symptoms. Finding a neurologist with amyloidosis expertise would be beneficial given your wtATTR-CM diagnosis and recent neurological event.

To find specialists with amyloidosis experience, consider these approaches:

* Use the Amyloidosis Pathfinder tool from the Amyloidosis Research Consortium
* Ask your current healthcare providers for referrals to neurologists with amyloidosis expertise
* Research large academic medical centers that have amyloidosis specialists or amyloidosis centers
* Check if nearby amyloidosis centers participate in research, as they often have access to specialists across different disciplines
* Contact your insurance provider to confirm coverage for specialists

Since amyloidosis is complex and can affect multiple organs, having specialists who understand the condition is important. A neurologist familiar with amyloidosis would be better positioned to evaluate whether there's any connection between your wtATTR-CM and your recent amnesia episode.

Your cardiologist or primary amyloidosis specialist might also help coordinate this referral and ensure the neurologist has your complete medical history.

 AI-generated responses are not a substitute for medical advice. These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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